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LOT 2047
Grand Tour Glass Gemstone with Philosopher in Gilt Metal Seal
18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (6.67 grams, 29 mm).
Comprising an openwork metal frame with a loop, set with a dark red glass intaglio with a seated mature man gazing downwards and dressed in voluminous robes.
ProvenanceUK private collection, acquired on the English art market in the 2000s.
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LOT 2047
Grand Tour Glass Gemstone with Philosopher in Gilt Metal Seal
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£75 (EUR 87; USD 101) +BP*
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Renaissance Gold Ring with Gem
16th century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £750
Comprising a slender hoop with scroll-decorated shoulders, a high hexagonal colette setting with a point-cut rock crystal with foil backing. 2.75 grams, 22.97 mm overall, 15.54 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
Acquired on the European art market. -
Victorian Lava Cameo Collection
19th century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising: a profile bust of a mature bearded man, possibly depicting a philosopher; a profile bust of a youthful woman with dressed hair. 14.3 grams total, 29 mm each
Acquired on the European art market. -
Post Classical Agate Cameo with a Helmeted Bust
20th century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Oval cameo with profile bust of a young warrior with curly, long hair wearing a helmet with a long neck guard. 1.53 grams, 19 mm
Acquired on the European art market.
